Xiringuito Escribà

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The team behind Escribà, which has been creating sweets since 1906, is also in charge of one of Barcelona's most popular waterfront seafood restaurants. A whirl of busy waiters and bubbling paellas, this is one of few places in town that does one-person paella or Catalan fideuà, as well as delicious vegetarian-friendly mushroom paella. Finish off with Escribà pastries. Reservations recommended.


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